Agency
Under Missouri agency law, when an agent has 'apparent authority,' this means:
AThe agent clearly has written authorization
BThird parties reasonably believe the agent has authority based on the principal's actions✓ Correct
CThe agent has secretly exceeded their authority
DMREC has verified the agent's authority
Explanation
Apparent authority arises when a principal's words or conduct create a reasonable belief in third parties that the agent has authority, even if no actual authority was given.
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